Why a Real Estate Professional Is Key When Selling Your House

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on April 13, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, FSBOs, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island, Pricing, Selling Myths.

With today’s real estate market moving as fast as it is, working with a real estate professional is more essential than ever. They have the skills, experience, and expertise it takes to navigate the highly detailed and involved process of selling a home. That may be why the percentage of people who list their houses on their own, known as a FSBO or For Sale By Owner, has reached its lowest point since 1985 (see graph below): Here are five reasons why selling with a real estate professional makes more sense, even in today’s hot market: 1. They Know What Buyers Want To See Before you decide...

Why It’s Critical To Price Your House Right

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on March 8, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island, Pricing, Selling Myths.

When you make a move, you want to sell your house for the highest price possible. That might be why many homeowners are eager to list in today’s sellers’ market. After all, with record-low inventory and high buyer demand, many homes are selling for more than asking price. Data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows 46% of homes are selling above list price today. But even in a market like we have now, working with an agent to set the right asking price is critical, as pricing it too high or too low could have a negative impact on your final sale. Here’s why. Pricing Your House...

What Every Seller Needs To Know About Renovating This Year

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on February 16, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island, Selling Myths.

If you’re planning to sell this year, you’re probably thinking about what you’ll need to do to get your house ready to appeal to the most buyers. It’s crucial to work with a trusted real estate professional who knows your local market to get your home ready to sell. But there are a few things you should consider when deciding what to renovate and update before listing this season. Here are three things to keep top of mind as you’re making your list of projects to tackle this year. 1. The Number of Homes for Sale Is Very Low Housing inventory sits far below what is normally considered a balanced...

Sellers: Don’t Wait Until Spring To Make Your Move

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on January 19, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Interest Rates, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island, Pricing, Selling Myths.

As you plan out your goals for the year, moving up to your dream home may top the list. But, how do you know when to make your move? You want to time it just right so you can get the most out of the sale of your current house. You also want to know you’re making a good investment when you buy your new home. What you may not realize is, that opportunity to get the best of both worlds is already here. You don’t want to wait until spring to spring into action. The current market conditions make this winter an ideal time to move. Here’s why. 1. The Number of Homes on the Market Is Still Low Today’s...

Real Estate Professionals Are Experts at Keeping You Safe When You Sell

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on January 11, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island, Selling Myths.

If you’re on the fence about whether or not you want to sell your house this year, there’s good news. For nearly two years, real estate professionals have worked tirelessly to ensure the safety of buyers and sellers during the pandemic. Today, they’re seasoned experts, not just in the art of buying and selling homes, but also in how to keep you safe throughout the process. Real estate professionals have learned new technologies plus safety and sanitation measures. As new variants emerge, those lessons continue to be key ways agents add value. Real Estate Advisors Stay Current on Guidance for...

Why Waiting To Sell Your House Could Cost You a Small Fortune

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on January 6, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing, Selling Myths.

Many homeowners who plan to sell in 2022 may think the wise thing to do is to wait for the spring buying market since historically about 40 percent of home sales occur between April and July. However, this year’s expected to be much different than the norm. Here are five reasons to list your house now rather than waiting until the spring. 1. Buyers Are Looking Right Now, and They’re Ready To Purchase The ShowingTime Showing Index reports data from more than six million property showings scheduled across the country each month. In other words, it’s a gauge of how many buyers are out looking...

Why Selling Your House with a Real Estate Professional Is Essential

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on December 31, 2021. Posted in For Sellers, FSBOs, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island, Selling Myths.

Selling your house is no simple task. And when you sell on your own – known as a FSBO (or For Sale by Owner) – you’re responsible for handling some of the more difficult aspects of the process without the expert guidance you need. The 2021 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) surveys homeowners who recently sold their house on their own and asks what difficulties they faced. Those sellers say some of the biggest headaches are prepping their house for sale, pricing it right, and handling the required paperwork. Working with an agent is the best...

Why Now Is a Great Time To Sell Your House

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on November 30, 2021. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing, Selling Myths.

As we near the end of the year, more homeowners are realizing the benefits of today’s sellers’ market. Record-breaking home price appreciation, growing equity, low inventory, and competitive mortgage rates are motivating homeowners to make a move that addresses their changing lifestyles. In fact, recent data from realtor.com shows a larger share of homeowners are planning to list their houses this winter. So, that means more homes are about to hit the market, which will lead to more choices for buyers too. According to George Ratiu, Manager of Economic Research at realtor.com: “The pandemic...

Numbers Don’t Lie – It’s Still a Great Time To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on November 6, 2021. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island, Selling Myths.

Some Highlights Heading into the end of the year, you might wonder if it’s still a good time to sell your house. Here’s what the latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) says. Housing supply is lower than last year, and home prices are up nationwide. Meanwhile, the average home is selling fast and receiving several offers. Listing now puts your house in the spotlight, meaning it could sell quickly – and for more than you’d expect. Feeling motivated? If you’re ready to sell and capitalize on today’s market, let’s connect. Content previously posted on Keeping Current M...

What Does the Future Hold for Home Prices?

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on October 20, 2021. Posted in Buying Myths, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island, Pricing, Selling Myths.

If you’re looking to buy or sell a house, chances are you’ve heard talk about today’s rising home prices. And while this increase in home values is great news for sellers, you may be wondering what the future holds. Will prices continue to rise with time, or should you expect them to fall? To answer that question, let’s first understand a few terms you may be hearing right now. Appreciation is an increase in the value of an asset. Depreciation is a decrease in the value of an asset. Deceleration is when something happens at a slower pace. It’s important to note home prices have increased,...

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